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August 10, 2017

11/08/2017: Attorney Thomas Lynn appointed general counsel and corporate secretary at MGP

Accomplished corporate attorney Thomas “T.J.” Lynn has been
appointed to the newly created position of general counsel and corporate
secretary at MGP (Nasdaq: MGPI), a leading US supplier of premium distilled
spirits and specialty wheat proteins and starches

Specialising in counseling senior management teams and boards of directors of
publicly- and privately-held companies, Lynn has become familiar with MGP in
recent years through his association with the Kansas City, Mo.-based law firm,
Stinson Leonard Street LLP.

In his role as a partner of that firm since 2008, he led significant corporate
finance and merger and acquisition transactions for a number of regional and
national clients. He also has extensive experience in advising publicly-held
companies, including MGP, on compliance with securities laws and with respect
to corporate governance matters.

“As part of the continued growth and evolution of MGP, we created the position
of general counsel,” said Dave Rindom, vice president and chief administrative
officer.

“This role will allow us to insource some of our legal needs, improving both
the efficiency and effectiveness of the company’s legal function. ”

Mr Rindom added, ”As a critical member of our executive leadership team, T.J.
will perform an important role in supporting MGP’s business goals and
commitment to growth by providing counsel on issues of overarching importance
to the company. His previously acquired knowledge of MGP and our business
operations is a big plus, and will make for a smooth transition to his new position
here.”

Corporate secretary responsibilities will include counseling the board and
senior management on matters relating to relevant federal and state securities
laws, and assuring compliance with applicable corporate government requirements
and best practices in conjunction with outside counsel.

“I am thrilled and honoured to join MGP,” said Lynn. “I look forward to
engaging in this new opportunity to more directly support the company’s
strategic initiatives. MGP is positioning itself for long-term growth and I’m
excited to help drive the company’s success.”

Prior to his years with Stinson Leonard Street LLP, Lynn served as an associate
attorney with the Bryan Cave LLP law firm in Kansas City from 2001 to 2008. He
began practicing law as an associate attorney with Mayer Brown in Chicago in
1999. His achievements throughout his career have consistently demonstrated his
proficiencies and expertise in corporate law. Lynn earned his juris doctorate
with honours at the University of Chicago Law School in 1999, and a bachelor of
arts degree from the University of Kansas in 1995.

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